Springfield is the county seat of Effingham County, a small city of roughly 3,300 residents about 25 miles northwest of downtown Savannah. Founded in 1799 and incorporated in 1838, Springfield still carries a small-town, historic feel even as growth from nearby Rincon and Savannah reaches its edges. Browse current Springfield listings below, updated live from the MLS, or contact our team for a personal tour.
Living in Springfield, Georgia
County Seat, Small-Town Feel
As Effingham County’s fourth and current county seat, Springfield is home to the county courthouse, government offices, and schools, giving it a civic anchor that larger, faster-growing Rincon doesn’t have.
Room to Grow
Springfield’s population grew nearly 46% between 2000 and 2010, and continued growth in Effingham County means Springfield offers buyers a mix of established in-town homes and newer construction on its outskirts, generally at a lower price point than Chatham County.
Schools
Public School District
Springfield is served by the Effingham County School System, the sole public school district in Effingham County.
Nearby Options
Families in Springfield are also within a reasonable drive of Chatham County’s SCCPSS magnet programs and private schools, including Savannah Christian Preparatory School and Calvary Day School.
